INNO DAYS

 9.00-9.30 am CEST

Presenter: Oliver Winzenried, CEO and Founder of WIBU-SYSTEMS AG

Our guests will be personally welcomed by the CEO and department heads, setting the stage for an engaging and insightful journey. After receiving the day's guidelines, we will come together to establish the tone for a memorable experience – one filled with innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.

 9.30-10.15 am CEST

Presenter: Prof. Dr. Manuel Vermeer, Owner, Dr. Vermeer Consult

India strives to be the next Asian economic giant; Indonesia is the world's largest Muslim country. We cannot seek for new business opportunities without looking at Asia. But who is who in Asia? What about China? Where does India differ from other countries? What are the opportunities and challenges? What about cultural pitfalls in doing business? This keynote will shed some light on these questions, putting India and Indonesia in a broader context and encouraging the participants: Go Asia!

 10.15-10.45 am CEST

Presenter: Axel Engelmann, R&D Software, Team Lead Protection Technologies, WIBU-SYSTEMS AG

As software ecosystems grow more complex, enforcing licensing agreements while maintaining seamless user experiences has become a major challenge. Traditional enforcement methods often struggle to scale across heterogeneous applications, prompting a shift toward automated and integrated solutions. This talk explores emerging trends in software license enforcement, including AI-driven detection of sensitive content, encryption, and obfuscation techniques that enhance security. We will showcase how CodeMeter Protection Suite simplifies the integration of license enforcement into existing applications, even for advanced licensing models. Additionally, we will discuss protection strategies across multiple platforms, such as C++, .NET, Python, Rust, Objective-C, and Swift, and highlight new approaches for safeguarding AI-driven software. Attendees will gain insights into how modern enforcement mechanisms can reduce piracy, optimize licensing, and future-proof their software against evolving threats.

 10.45-11.15 am CEST

 During the coffee breaks, attendees are invited to visit the showcase area, where INFORMATICS and Nitrobox will present their collaborations with Wibu-Systems. These industry leaders provide cutting-edge solutions that enhance software licensing, automation, and monetization.

INFORMATICS, a long-standing partner, brings extensive expertise in integrating CodeMeter License Central with SAP environments, enabling seamless license management within enterprise infrastructures. Their consultancy services have been instrumental in optimizing workflows and enhancing operational efficiency.

Nitrobox, known for its agile subscription and billing platform, supports Smart Equipment Manufacturers in implementing flexible monetization models. Their technology facilitates the integration of CodeMeter License Central with modern billing ecosystems, streamlining the transition to subscription-based business models.

 11.15-11.45 am CEST

Presenter: Dr. habil. Christian Foerster, Partner, Bartsch Rechtsanwaelte

A flood of new EU directives and regulations set to take effect between 2025 and 2027, including the AI Act, the Cyber Resilience Act, the Data Act, and the NIS2 Directive, poses immense challenges for companies. Not only do they influence the way data is used and processed, but they also require extensive adjustments in cybersecurity and product development.

 11.45 am-12.15 pm CEST

Presenter: Silke Werner, Director Software Licensing and Product Design, Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG

The presentation will show the pivotal role of CodeMeter License Central and its essential "add-on”, the Custom Licensing Adapter, in harmonizing the process landscape of Rohde & Schwarz, highlighting a blend of internal operational gains, enablement for new business models, and external customer experience enhancements.

 12.15-1.15 pm CEST

The lunch break will take place in the top-floor canteen, providing a comfortable space to unwind and engage in conversations. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with Wibu-Systems' staff, share insights, and discuss industry trends in an informal setting.

 1.15-2.00 pm CEST

Presenter: Christoph Fischer, Managing Director, BFK edv-consulting

Cybercrime and espionage are not new developments; they have been around for quite some time. Due to recent geopolitical developments, they have increased in intensity and breadth over the past two years. Furthermore, some assumptions about the availability and security of international communication lines are no longer valid. This can have a dramatic impact on cloud-based services. Business continuity and disaster recovery plans must be critically inspected and amended to reflect emerging threat potentials.

 2.00-2.30 pm CEST

Presenters:

• Florian Schneider, Product Manager CodeMeter Cloud, WIBU-SYSTEMS AG
• Holger Marquetant, Wibu Operating Services, WIBU-SYSTEMS AG

Knowing how customers actually use your software is essential to maximizing business value. This exclusive early-access session introduces CodeMeter License Reporting, a powerful tool designed to unlock actionable insights from software usage data. The live demonstration will reveal how intuitive dashboards simplify customer behavior analysis, help identify inefficiencies, and highlight new monetization opportunities. Attendees will discover how easily license reporting can transform raw usage data into strategic business intelligence, driving customer satisfaction, optimizing product offerings, and paving the way for innovative, usage-based licensing models.

 2.30-3.00 pm CEST

Presenter: Stéphan Hausoul, Vision System Supervisor, Euresys

Abstract coming soon

 3.00-3.30 pm CEST

Presenter: Ruediger Kuegler, VP Professional Services, WIBU-SYSTEMS AG

The requirements for licensing virtual goods like software are continuously evolving. Entitlements grant the right to use software, while enforcements control its misuse. Everything should run smoothly without any intervention from the Independent Software Developer (ISV). CodeMeter and CodeMeter License Central are the core products for creating and managing license enforcements. CodeMeter License Portal offers the ability to create and manage entitlements, provides API interfaces for automation, and includes a self-service user interface for end-users. CodeMeter Protection Suite ensures that enforcements are properly applied to the protected software. This session provides an overview of CodeMeter products and components and how they work together. It explains the workflows from entitlement creation – whether directly in CodeMeter License Portal or through a third-party system – to the delivery of enforcements into Wibu-Systems' secure license storage containers, such as CmCloudContainer, CmActLicense, or CmDongle.

 3.30-4.00 pm CEST

Presenter: Oliver Russek, Global Product Owner Entitlement to Provisioning, Roche Diagnostics GmbH

In the increasingly complex landscape of medical technology, effective digital product management requires more than traditional software licensing solutions. This presentation will highlight how Roche has adopted a comprehensive central licensing and provisioning strategy that unifies software licensing with its extensive portfolio of medical instruments and digital products. By centralizing entitlement management, implementing sophisticated licensing frameworks, and integrating seamlessly with existing business operations, Roche achieves improved operational efficiency, stronger IP protection, and enhanced customer experience. Participants will learn how a centralized licensing approach can simplify complex product ecosystems and facilitate innovative business models.

 4.00-4.30 pm CEST

 During the coffee breaks, attendees are invited to visit the showcase area, where INFORMATICS and Nitrobox will present their collaborations with Wibu-Systems. These industry leaders provide cutting-edge solutions that enhance software licensing, automation, and monetization.

INFORMATICS, a long-standing partner, brings extensive expertise in integrating CodeMeter License Central with SAP environments, enabling seamless license management within enterprise infrastructures. Their consultancy services have been instrumental in optimizing workflows and enhancing operational efficiency.

Nitrobox, known for its agile subscription and billing platform, supports Smart Equipment Manufacturers in implementing flexible monetization models. Their technology facilitates the integration of CodeMeter License Central with modern billing ecosystems, streamlining the transition to subscription-based business models.

 4.30-6.00 pm CEST

Quantum computing is rapidly evolving, promising profound transformations in IT security and digital sovereignty. This expert roundtable gathers leaders specializing in cybersecurity, cryptography, semiconductor technologies, enterprise software, and quantum research. Together, they will explore practical strategies for building quantum-resistant IT infrastructures, discuss Europe's roadmap toward digital autonomy, and highlight initiatives aimed at securing sensitive data against quantum threats. Participants will gain clarity on Europe's strategic response to quantum challenges and learn how to prepare effectively for the quantum era.

Panelists:

• Thomas Depeweg, Chief Product Manager, SAP
• Dr. Detlef Houdeau, Senior Director Business Development, Infineon Technologies AG
• Prof. Dr. Joern Müller-Quade, Professor for IT Security at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, and IT Security chairman at the Institute for Theoretical Computer Science (ITI)
• Oliver Winzenried, CEO and founder, WIBU-SYSTEMS AG

Moderator: Steve Atkins, CEO, Krowne Communications

For the special hotel rate, please confirm your booking by June 1, 2025. While we remain flexible for event registrations, we strongly recommend signing up by June 20, 2025, to ensure a smooth experience.

The main value of INNO DAYS lies in the conference sessions, where key insights and industry discussions take place. The networking dinner is an exclusive opportunity for those attending the event to connect in a more informal setting.

Absolutely! Simply select the corresponding option in the registration form to let us know your availability.

Wibu-Systems is pleased to cover the full event experience, including catering for the networking dinner on July 2 and lunch on July 3. However, for attendees requiring accommodation, we have arranged a special rate with Schlosshotel Karlsruhe, but the cost of the stay is at your own expense.

If your plans change, kindly inform our team as soon as possible, and we will take care of the necessary arrangements.

Our parking area can accommodate up to 20 guest vehicles. Additionally, there is usually ample free parking available in the surrounding area, including along Zimmerstrasse, where our headquarters are located.

All sessions will be recorded, but only the roundtable discussion will be made available on our YouTube channel. The other recordings will not be shared, making in-person attendance the only way to gain full access to the insights presented.

A professional photographer will be onsite to capture key moments, and the images will be shared with attendees and used for promotional purposes. Upon arrival, you will be asked to sign a waiver. While you are welcome to take personal photos, please respect the privacy of other guests. However, recording the sessions is not allowed.

The event will be conducted entirely in English, ensuring a seamless experience for an international audience. No translation services – neither in person nor automated – will be provided.